Changes I'd like to see

[Barrie]

Current owner of Rotel rcd 1072 and Rotel ra 1062.

Living in North America (Canada), there are a few things I'd like to see changed. Firstly as for integrated amps. I don't see why rotel uses 2 set of speaker binding posts (a+b), How many people really use them both? I don't and would rather see either the savings of having just one set along with the better sound from less internal "baggage".

As for the contour button, I like it but why not have an option of bass boost of say at 60hz 80 or 100. I'd personally prefer to have a bass boost at lower levels (especially since I have monitor speakers and no sub)

Also why are there two tape inputs? again does anyone actually make use of both? Would just having an additional aux not be better? or a sub out or another pre out?

Is the "record" knob really necessary? again does this just not add to the increase of unesessary internal "baggage"

If some of the unnecessary features mentioned above were eliminated and a boost to the rating (1062 is 60 watts) to 100 and a couple of improvements inside, the cost could stay the same with improvements to sound which would make a very good int. amp into an int. amp that would be an absolute gem!!

As for cd player I'd just like to see the hdcd eliminated with upgrade to the d/a converter and op amps.

Thanks

Lu

[gianni]

For the RA1062 - how about an HT pass thru feature and change pre-out topre-out/amp-in?

As for hdcd and the 1072, it does provide a subtle improvement overall and a noticeable one in the lower ranges on the hdcd disks I have. I think hdcd is worthwhile especially condidering when the 1072 was designed. It is arguable that todays dac's may negate the need for hdcd although I'm not completely convinced.

[Barrie]

I don't think that there are enough hdcd disks around to warrant keeping it on the "Next" cd player.

I agree A ht pass through feature would be a good ideal and increase the flexability of the amp.

Lu

[crowland]

It seems like there could be an oppertunity for the consumer to save quite a bit of mony and maybe that's why we don't have one. If a pass through were to be included, you would never really need to upgrade the 2 ch. pre and you would'nt have to spend your entire wad every few years to get the more expensive ssp (the 1098 in it's day) that from many reports only adds to the 2 ch performance.

[gianni]

It seems like there could be an oppertunity for the consumer to save quite a bit of mony and maybe that's why we don't have one. If a pass through were to be included, you would never really need to upgrade the 2 ch. pre and you would'nt have to spend your entire wad every few years to get the more expensive ssp (the 1098 in it's day) that from many reports only adds to the 2 ch performance.

You may indeed be correct but in my case it will backfire on them as I have decided to go with another brand in a 2 ch pre and keep my current Rotel HT gear.

[crowland]

I've been toying w/ that idea lately. Do you have one picked out and does it have the HT pass through?

[gianni]

I've been toying w/ that idea lately. Do you have one picked out and does it have the HT pass through?

2 contenders are the Primare Pre 30 w/ HT pass thru and the Modright 9.0, a tube pre. I've had the Pre 30 in home and liked it - amazing build quality. If you are looking at something more in the price range of the rc-1070 take a look at the Parasound NC 2100 preamp. Loaded w/ features including pass thru, base management for those that need it and some other very useful features - all for around $600. My question w/ this unit is what quality will it have for $600? The one review at Enjoy the Music has been good, but I'll have to do a little more research/ demo. Don't want to rush this purchase.

[JDH]

The two sets of speaker post are so people can also listern to music in another area ie. outdoor area for instance etc. I'd doubt if removing any of the features you suggest would reduce the production cost or price of the RA-1062 by more than $10 to $20 anyway. The RA-1062 is designed to be all things to all people, dropping some of the features would probably reduce its overall appeal and hence sales.

JDH.

Current owner of Rotel rcd 1072 and Rotel ra 1062.

Living in North America (Canada), there are a few things I'd like to see changed. Firstly as for integrated amps. I don't see why rotel uses 2 set of speaker binding posts (a+b), How many people really use them both? I don't and would rather see either the savings of having just one set along with the better sound from less internal "baggage".

As for the contour button, I like it but why not have an option of bass boost of say at 60hz 80 or 100. I'd personally prefer to have a bass boost at lower levels (especially since I have monitor speakers and no sub)

Also why are there two tape inputs? again does anyone actually make use of both? Would just having an additional aux not be better? or a sub out or another pre out?

Is the "record" knob really necessary? again does this just not add to the increase of unesessary internal "baggage"

If some of the unnecessary features mentioned above were eliminated and a boost to the rating (1062 is 60 watts) to 100 and a couple of improvements inside, the cost could stay the same with improvements to sound which would make a very good int. amp into an int. amp that would be an absolute gem!!

As for cd player I'd just like to see the hdcd eliminated with upgrade to the d/a converter and op amps.

Thanks

Lu

[Barrie]

I Disagree,

People have already stated they would like to see a ht pass through, that would be adding a feature that would be used more by me (as I can only speak for myself) And I don't think only having one set of speaker connections would turn anyone off, while improvments to sound quality of having less features would draw more people towards buying the amp. Again I can only speak for myself, but sound quality (for the price point) will always come first in my choice of equipment followed by build quality.

Lu

[JDH]

OK we can agree to disagree, I use a HT bypass feature but on a more upmarket dedicated 2ch pre-amp, direct to a 2ch power amp, bypassing my Rotel RSP-1068.

JDH.

I Disagree,

People have already stated they would like to see a ht pass through, that would be adding a feature that would be used more by me (as I can only speak for myself) And I don't think only having one set of speaker connections would turn anyone off, while improvments to sound quality of having less features would draw more people towards buying the amp. Again I can only speak for myself, but sound quality (for the price point) will always come first in my choice of equipment followed by build quality.

Lu